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CCalif. Ted replied to the thread Installing the bimini frame, need to disconnect & reconnect the backstay cables.Short answer: You'll need to loosen the headstay before removing backstays while using halyard as temporary backstay.
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BigEasy replied to the thread Installing the bimini frame, need to disconnect & reconnect the backstay cables.The tubing may be polished, but the fittings where the screws are corroded are likely plated. -
Indysailor replied to the thread Code 0 and Selden bowsprit - Beneteau 393.Thank you for the responses. This code 0 does have a furler. I have not seen it set up yet and was wondering about a bobstay. Secondly... -
jssailem replied to the thread Code 0 and Selden bowsprit - Beneteau 393.Barry :plus:. That has been my experience as well. I have seen the Seldon sprit used with TopDown furling. I have never sailed on a boat... -
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Hello, Is your code 0 on a furler or not? If you plan on using a furler then I do think you need to have a bobstay. The furling units... -
BarryL replied to the thread Code 0 and Selden bowsprit - Beneteau 393.Hello, Is your code 0 on a furler or not? If you plan on using a furler then I do think you need to have a bobstay. The furling units... -
jssailem replied to the thread Code 0 and Selden bowsprit - Beneteau 393.You’re talking about a $3500 to $4500 piece of gear installed on the bow of your boat. Seldon has worked the engineering and if...
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BigEasy replied to the thread Installing the bimini frame, need to disconnect & reconnect the backstay cables.I would reserve the torch as a last resort method to remove the corroded fasteners. The high temp of a MAP gas torch will likely...
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This is from a previous post Aug 16, 2021 Add bookmark #29 Before drilling for the easy out try beeswax and some heat. after a few...
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I have a bimini canvas with two holes (with zippers) for backstay cables. The canvas itself isn't the problem. The problem is the... -
It looks like there isn't a Beneteau forum anymore (I vaguely remember that occuring), so I hope this is the right place. I'm...
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I believe it is like a clamp that tightens around the steering wheel shaft. -
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This is from a previous post Aug 16, 2021 Add bookmark #29 Before drilling for the easy out try beeswax and some heat. after a few...
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I have a bimini canvas with two holes (with zippers) for backstay cables. The canvas itself isn't the problem. The problem is the...
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BigEasy replied to the thread Installing the bimini frame, need to disconnect & reconnect the backstay cables.I can’t envision having to remove the backstay(s) to install the Bimini frame. Soak the screws / fittings with liquid wrench or PB...